B

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Do not cover the device or block the airflow to the device with any other objects. Keep the device away from

excessive heat and humidity and keep the device free from vibration and dust.

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Wipe the device with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly

on the device or use forced air to remove dust.

•

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to

determine that the device is in safe operating condition.

•

Do not open the device. Do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the installation and troubleshooting

instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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This device should not be used in an environment that exceeds 40º C.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Note to CATV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section

820.93 of the National Electric Code, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the

coaxial cable shield shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as

practical.

Caring for the Environment by Recycling

When you see this symbol on a Motorola product, do not dispose of the product with residential or commercial

waste.

Recycling your Motorola Equipment

Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial waste. Some countries or regions, such as

the European Union, have set up systems to collect and recycle electrical and electronic waste items. Contact your

local authorities for information about practices established for your region. If collection systems are not available,

call Motorola Customer Service for assistance. Please visit

www.motorola.com/recycle

for instructions on recycling.

FCC STATEMENTS

FCC Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of

the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try

to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the device and receiver.

•

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device

may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

FCC CAUTION:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

Use of the 5150-5250 MHz frequency band is restricted to indoor use only.

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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To comply with

the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the separation distance between the antenna and any person’s body

(including hands, wrists, feet, and ankles) must be at least 20 cm (8 inches).

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except those

already approved in this filing.

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware

programmed at the factory to match the intended destinations. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) STATEMENT

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause interference, and

•

This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

In Canada, RLAN devices are restricted from using the 5600-5650 MHz frequency band.

CAUTION

: To reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems, use of the

5150-5250 MHz frequency band is restricted to indoor use only.

High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz

frequency bands. These radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement

IMPORTANT NOTE

: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between

the radiator and your body.

WIRELESS LAN INFORMATION

This device is a wireless network product that uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Orthogonal

Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) radio technologies. The device is designed to be interoperable with any

other wireless DSSS and OFDMA products that comply with:

•

The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B, Revision G, and Revision N), as defined and approved by the

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

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The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA).

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Restrictions on the Use of Wireless Devices

In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or

responsible representatives of the organization. For example, using wireless equipment in any environment where the

risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the applicable policy for the use of wireless equipment in a specific organization or environment,

you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device prior to turning on the equipment.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the

devices included with this product, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than

specified by the manufacturer. Correction of the interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or

attachment is the responsibility of the user.

The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government

regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

SECURITY WARNING:

This device allows you to create a wireless network. Wireless network connections may be

accessible by unauthorized users. For more information on how to protect your network, see the section on setting up

your wireless LAN in this guide or visit the Motorola website.

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Motorola SURFboard

®

SBG6580 Wi-Fi Cable

Modem Gateway. Before installing your new modem, please take a moment to ensure

that you have all of the items listed

In the Box

. If you are missing items, please contact

Motorola Broadband Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646.

In the Box

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

Power Supply

Provides power via an AC electrical outlet

Ethernet Cable

Use the cable to connect to the network

Software License &

Regulatory Card

Contains software license, warranty, and safety

information for the SBG6580

SBG6580 Installation

CD-ROM

Contains the SBG6580 Wi-Fi Installation Wizard,

software license agreement, multi-language SBG6580

User Guides, and USB drivers (for Windows XP and

Windows Vista).

NOTE: Devices received from service

providers may not include the CD-ROM

.

SBG6580 Install Sheet

Provides basic information for connecting the SBG6580

Contact Information

For technical support or to learn more about Motorola products, visit the Motorola support

website at

.

Motorola Broadband Technical Support is also available at: 1-877-466-8646. You will need

the information located on the modem’s Media Access Control (MAC) label. The MAC

label is located on the bottom of the modem and contains the MAC address, serial

number, SSID, WPA-PSK, and Passcode (for use with the CD Wi-Fi Wizard).

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System Requirements

The SBG6580 is compatible with the following operating systems:

Windows 7

Windows Vista™, Service Pack 1 or later

Windows

®

XP, Service Pack 2 or later

Mac

®

10.4 or later (Ethernet connection only)

UNIX

®

Linux

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